Lupin the IIIrd: Zenigata and the Two Lupins
7.1
Quality Score
0.13 (Mild Positive)
Audience Mood
6 / 10
Controversy
1,141
MAL Ratings
Synopsis
Prequel to Lupin the IIIrd the Movie: Fujimi no Ketsuzoku.
Audience Consensus
The audience is divided on 'Lupin the IIIrd: Zenigata to Futari no Lupin'. Some appreciate the dark, gritty take and stylish visuals, praising its moral focus and crime thriller structure. However, others criticize its unnecessary grittiness, weak plot elements, and the uncharacteristic portrayal of Lupin and Jigen.
Strengths
- Stylish visual flair and direction reminiscent of the Koikeverse.
- Strong moral focus and psychological tension.
- Distinct entry in the Koike Lupin series, structured like a crime thriller.
- Captivating plot with a resonant chord of modern distrust towards extreme power.
Weaknesses
- Zenigata is overpowered.
- Lupin and Jigen are pathetically manhandled, defying the usual Lupin vibe.
- The plot reveal strains suspension of disbelief.
- The fact that there are two Lupin is so superfluous.
- Unnecessarily gritty and doesn't really fit Lupin's silly vibe.